Below Average

Score: 39/100

Overall (traditional)

N/R

Outcome Rating

No earnings reported

Lionel University

4-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Carpinteria, California 93013

🌐 lionel.edu/

Lionel University — tuition $14,985

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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 38%

Outcomes

C+

59/100

Affordability

45/100

Resources

41/100

Experience

30/100

Prestige

13/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

494

Total Enrollment

38%

Graduation Rate

67%

Retention Rate

24.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Lionel University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$12,668

Median debt at graduation

67.1%

Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)

44.7%

Students receiving Pell grants

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Lionel University

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major	1 yr after	4 yrs after	vs. national	Rank (pay)	Rank (wage-adj.)	Median debt
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness	$46,831	$52,984	+32%	#2 of 31	#5	$11,975

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

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Avg home value near campus: $1,547,503
Avg rent near campus: $4,324/mo
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🏆 Where Lionel University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#13

Physical Fitness Technician

of 13 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$14,985	$14,985

Financial Aid

32%

Receive Any Aid

29%

Receive Pell Grants

22%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology 60 grads/yr Physical Fitness Technician 38 grads/yr Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General 9 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 7 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Lionel University's top programs commonly pursue.

Medical scientists, except epidemiologists

$101k/yr 165,300 jobs

Biological science teachers, postsecondary

$83k/yr 66,000 jobs

Exercise physiologists

$58k/yr 23,900 jobs

Athletic trainers

$60k/yr 33,900 jobs

Exercise trainers and group fitness instructors

$46k/yr 370,100 jobs

Recreation and fitness studies teachers, postsecondary

$76k/yr 15,400 jobs

Athletes and sports competitors

$62k/yr 19,100 jobs

Coaches and scouts

$46k/yr 306,500 jobs

Student Demographics

494

Total Students

41%

Women

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 53%

Hispanic 15%

Black 24%

Two or More 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

Fully Online 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 6%

25-64 (Adult) 94%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Lionel University?

Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.

How much does it cost to attend Lionel University?

Tuition at Lionel University is $14,985 for in-state students and $14,985 for out-of-state students .

What is the graduation rate at Lionel University?

The graduation rate at Lionel University is 38%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.

Is Lionel University a good school?

Lionel University has a Repit College Score of 39/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (D): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (F): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Lionel University?

Lionel University has a total enrollment of 494 students.

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